Your stay — Parkside B&B
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Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Osborne Road Gospel Hall (308 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Kingsthorpe Baptist Church (454 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: St John the Baptist (468 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Kingsthorpe Methodist Church (538 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Kingsthorpe Park — 306 m · ~4 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 302 m · ~4 min walk
Touchwood Pharmacy — 472 m · ~6 min walk
Martin McColl Ltd — 454 m · ~6 min walk
Northgate Bus Station — 3.0 km · ~38 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →British Pound, GBP
Sterling is widely accepted and easily exchanged at local banks, post offices, and currency exchange offices; avoid airport bureaux for poor rates, and be aware of commission fees at some exchange offices.
Contactless and mobile payments are widely accepted; most shops, restaurants, and cafes accept major credit and debit cards, but some smaller independent businesses may only accept cash.
Tipping in the UK is generally around 10-15% in restaurants and bars; for taxis, rounding up the fare or giving 10-15% is common; hotel staff may not expect tips but appreciate small gestures.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Approx £1.50-£2.50 for a coffee from a high-street chain or independent cafe.
A sandwich or light meal from a supermarket or street food stall can cost around £3-£5.
A main course at a budget restaurant or pub can cost around £8-£12.
Areas like Abington Square and the Market Square offer affordable food options.
Asda, Tesco, and Sainsbury's are common supermarket chains in the area.
High-street brands like Primark and H&M can be found in the town centre, while local markets offer unique, affordable shopping opportunities.
A day pass for the Stagecoach bus network can cost around £4.50; the cheapest way to get to NN2 from the airport is by taxi (£15-£20).
Consider buying a Sainsbury's Nectar card for discounts at local stores; use cashback apps like TopCashback for online purchases; and take advantage of happy hour deals at local pubs and restaurants.
Good to know — Northampton
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$1 ≈ £0.75 · GBP
Emergency Contacts
NorthamptonFor all emergencies in the UK, dial 999. For non-emergency police matters, call 101. For non-urgent medical advice, call 111. Northampton General Hospital's A&E is at Cliftonville, NN1 5BD.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Northampton, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Parkside B&B
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 302 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Touchwood Pharmacy — 472 m · ~6 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →London Euston → Northampton Station
💡 Avoid peak hours (07:00-09:30 and 16:30-19:00) as carriages can be standing-room only. Buy advance tickets on LNR website for best price.
Northampton Bus Interchange → Abington Avenue Guest House (stop: Abington Avenue)
💡 The X4 runs direct up Wellingborough Road—get off at St Edmund's Street stop, then it's a 2-minute walk. Cash only on board; buy a day rider (£5.50) if doing multiple trips.
Northampton Station → Abington Avenue Guest House
💡 For airport runs (Luton or Birmingham), book 24 hours ahead—costs £35-£45 fixed. Avoid rank taxis at station; call direct for better rates.
Stansted Airport → Abington Avenue Guest House
💡 Cheaper than train if 2+ travelling together. Use 'Airport Cars Northampton'—reliable, meet you at arrivals with name board. Book return journey on same booking for 10% discount.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Parkside B&B?
Check-in at Parkside B&B is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near Parkside B&B?
A sandwich or light meal from a supermarket or street food stall can cost around £3-£5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Parkside B&B?
A day pass for the Stagecoach bus network can cost around £4.50; the cheapest way to get to NN2 from the airport is by taxi (£15-£20).
Top Attractions in Northampton
💡 The shoe collection includes items from Queen Victoria onwards. Check the gallery's events schedule for temporary exhibitions which are often free.
💡 Best visited on a weekday afternoon when it's quiet. The round nave is the oldest part – look for the Norman arches and corbels. Entry is free, but donations welcome.
💡 There's a free public car park just off London Road (walkable to town). The park gets lively on sunny weekends – bring a blanket and watch the riverboats go past.
💡 The park cafe does a decent cheap cuppa, and the museum building (Abington Park Museum) is free to enter on certain days – check ahead for opening times.
💡 The tour costs around £10-12 per person and includes a pint or two. Book online in advance to save a few quid and guarantee a spot – weekends fill fast.